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Written By: chefjohn on June 17, 2011 6 Comments

8-in. Chef’s Knife by Shun – with Bonus Herb Shears! 8-in. Chef’s Knife by Shun – with Bonus Herb Shears! Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan, the center of the ancient samurai tradition, Elite’s stunning design is directly inspired by the artful aesthetics of samurai swords, down to the smallest detail. BONUS OFFER – Purchase $300 [...]

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Written By: chefjohn on December 9, 2010 11 Comments

Here is a great deal for your Holidays. Paula Deen 16-pc. Knife Block Set – $20 mail in rebate at Cooking.com! Paula Deen 16-pc. Knife Block Set** ** On sale and with a $20 mail-in-rebate Our Price: $124.99 Special: $89.99 BONUS: $69.99 (after rebate) You Save: $55.00 REBATE OFFER – Purchase this Exclusive Ultimate 16-pc. [...]

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Written By: chefjohn on October 23, 2010 10 Comments

Well if you missed this great deal! You can go to our Knives page for other deals, and some education. Up to 57% Off Selected Wusthof Gourmet Cutlery. Offer valid through October 31, 2010 Last Chance to Save! Your favorite knives?now on sale! Up to 57% Off Selected Wusthof Gourmet Cutlery. Offer valid through October [...]

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Written By: chefjohn on January 16, 2010 4 Comments

Chef’s Knife: Also known as the French Chef’s Knife.It has a very broad blade (called the Flat) and can range in length from six to twelve inches; the eight inch size being the most popular. The Chef’s Knife is used for all the chopping, mincing and dicing tasks and is essential for vegetables. This knife [...]

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Written By: chefjohn on December 12, 2009 One Comment

Ask any professional chef and they will tell you. The best equipped kitchens contain a variety of cooking surfaces, cookware shapes and cookware sizes. Pots and pans are two of the most essential cooking elements. There are several various options when it plays a part in both of these cooking must-haves, from stainless steel to [...]

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Written By: chefjohn on October 30, 2009 No Comment

Every Chef or Cook knows that you must have good quality kitchen knives that will stand up to heavy use. With all the Cutlery shapes, sizes, styles, and modern technology, you can find a Chef knife that will feel comfortable in your hand so you can be more confident and efficient. Of the numerous shapes [...]

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Written By: chefjohn on May 14, 2009 10 Comments

Kitchen knives can be made one of two ways stamped or forged. STAMPED: Such knives are cut or stamped out from flat metal. They do not undergo the steps associated with forging and are thus lighter in weight, are usually not well balanced and not as comfortable in the hand. Because the metal is not [...]